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The Tramp: A Theatrical Journey Through Chaplin's Light and Shadow
Daniel Anderson's stunning one-man cabaret doesn't just resurrect Charlie Chaplin - it excavates the heartbreaking human cost behind the world's most beloved silent clown.
Pure Magic: Matilda The Musical Jr. Soars at Peoples Theatre
Peoples Theatre's production of Matilda The Musical Jr. delivers pure theatrical magic through fearless young performers who embrace Tim Minchin's brilliant score and Roald Dahl's empowering story with infectious passion and total commitment.
In Memory of Truth: Master Harold...and the Boys (Review)
A powerful revival of Master Harold… and the Boys turns Fugard’s legacy into a raw, urgent reckoning — one of the most affecting nights you’ll spend in a theatre.
A Night of Glitz and Goosebumps: Swingin' Las Vegas 2025
Swingin' Las Vegas delivers an electrifying musical journey that captures the essence of Vegas entertainment, as the Johannesburg Big Band and four stellar vocalists create musical magic that transcends time and place, leaving audiences with both goosebumps and grins.
Prisons of Our Own Making: The Revelatory Power of 'A Doll's House, Part 2’
A brilliantly acted exploration of self-imposed narratives, 'A Doll's House, Part 2' invites us to question the stories we tell ourselves - resulting in a raw, funny, and profoundly moving theatrical experience that resonates long after the final bow
Where Whimsy Takes Flight: Malo at The Cirk
A lovesick clown, a luminous moon maiden, and a stage that bursts with colour, music, and mid-air magic. Malo at The Cirk is a tender, whimsical circus tale that invites you to dream with your eyes wide open.
When You Can’t See the Applause
What does it mean to move thousands of people without ever seeing their faces?
After sharing the stage with Andrea Bocelli, I witnessed the quiet power of passion, presence, and art that transcends sight. This is the story of that unforgettable experience — and the lesson it left behind.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid Delivers Heart, Humour, and Hilarity
A review of 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid' - a rare children's production that entertains while respecting its young audience's intelligence and empathizing with the challenges of social integration in school.
A Doll's Life – Hilarious Honesty in the Face of Crisis
Micaela Jade Tucker's 'A Doll's Life' brilliantly transforms the chaos of quarter-life crisis into an hour of raw, hilarious, and surprisingly profound theatre.
Bitter Winter: A Love Letter to South African Theatre
My review of Paul Slabolepszy’s latest masterpiece: Bitter Winter, a tender embrace of South African theatre and the people who live and breathe the art itself.
Alan Committie’s ‘Comedy Gold’: The Flipchart Strikes Again
My review of Alan Committie’s rip-roaring show: ‘Comedy Gold’.
Winnie the Pooh - A Philosopher for Children
Winnie the Pooh Kids is a wonderful production celebrating friendship, kindness, and adventure. All of these aspects make Winnie the Pooh the most important children’s philosopher there is.
The Circus is Back: MOYA Reclaims the Art Form
Moya (Live) brings a contemporary South African perspective to what we think a circus is. It’s a spectacular show that celebrates young performers through music, dance, and feats of extraordinary talent.
Fantastic Mr Fox: A Triumph for Outdoor Theatre
‘Fantastic Mr. Fox’ is a superb children’s theatre production whose outdoor theatre innovation was birthed out of necessity thanks to the ongoing pandemic.
The Joy of Community Theatre
Walking into a community theatre, I didn’t know what to expect. What I found was a space for creative expression in which joy abounded.
Through a Child's Eyes - The Pantomime Experience
The Pantomime is a wonderful opportunity to see the world through a child’s eyes and rediscover the wonder right in front of us.
'My Favourite Things' - What Does it Take to Make Timeless Theatre?
The story of how Rodgers and Hammerstein changed musical theatre forever.
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